Spicy Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken with Linguine in Four-Cheese Sauce
Spicy Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken with Linguine in Four-Cheese Sauce is the ultimate comfort dish, blending tender chicken and creamy linguine in a rich four-cheese sauce. Bursting with flavor, this indulgent meal is perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions. The enticing aroma of garlic and melted cheese will fill your kitchen, making it an instant family favorite. Serve it up for date nights or gatherings, and watch everyone savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Cook chicken for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Lower heat; stir in heavy cream and gradually add cheeses until melted and creamy. Use reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Slice chicken and return it to the skillet along with cooked linguine, red pepper flakes, and soy sauce. Toss to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 180mg